DPE Wheels?
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Originally Posted by silversurfer
So, let me get this straight...not only do you want the lightest and widest wheel possible but you also don't want to spend any money for it 
It seems like you're missing one crucial part of wheel manufacturing - it costs more money to make a lighter wheel.
It seems like you're missing one crucial part of wheel manufacturing - it costs more money to make a lighter wheel.
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Originally Posted by Kingman
Well it sounds like you're just of the older generation, and probably lack an understanding of todays car trends and styles, buy hey whatever floats your boat. STOCK SUCKS!!!!
Uh, why would I want to find out and chase whatever trend is going on? The stock wheels look better to most people than the 90% of the blingy crap people put on their cars. Why spend money to F up the look if you're not getting lighter wheels or more traction?
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Originally Posted by silversurfer
Well, it looks like you may have found your wheels. 
But, for the record, my above statement was not meant to include used wheels.
p.s. on the ccw site, it says pricing starts at $2495/set. I'm assuming that's for 18" wheels, John giving you a hook up on the 19's?
But, for the record, my above statement was not meant to include used wheels.p.s. on the ccw site, it says pricing starts at $2495/set. I'm assuming that's for 18" wheels, John giving you a hook up on the 19's?
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Originally Posted by Kingman
No you can't, at least not a two or three piece wheel worthy of an E55. And unless you have a resale license or have a hook up 6000.00 is what they cost, retail, any high end three piece wheel is gonna run 1300-1500+ a rim. Don't have the time to snif out "deals" on car wheels. If you can pay for the car you should be able to pay for the correct accessories.
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oz superleggera 3s, kleemann ts-6, or some avus would be great for a street wheel i think, and they have classy, seemingly functional (?) designs . i know the superleggera 3's and ts-6 are lightweight even in 19's, plus they frame the 8-piston silver caliper well
. i know the superleggera 3's and ts-6 are lightweight even in 19's, plus they frame the 8-piston silver caliper well
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'05 E55TK, '00 Brabus/Kleemann 5.8 GCab, '05 CLK DTM
Originally Posted by Accomplice8
John is a really good guy and tends to quote $2,400 for most of his wheels.
By the way, if you find the OZ SL3, Kleemann TS6, or the Renntech wheels for your price range, I want your hook up
Oh, and to Genova, I just paid $6k for my new HRE wheels (20" 940R) and I got a certain % back due to my resale license and the wheel company I own. So I'm not sure what you're talking about. Show me a private party who bought a new set of HRE wheels at more than 20-25% back
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Accompli-man... Given you're just trying to reduced unsprung weight to get better performance, and that you are happy with the look of the OEM wheels, why not spend the $3K on some chip and pulley work and just boost HP to get the better performance??
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Originally Posted by Accomplice8
I love the Renntech Monolites.
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Originally Posted by mrankovic
Accompli-man... Given you're just trying to reduced unsprung weight to get better performance, and that you are happy with the look of the OEM wheels, why not spend the $3K on some chip and pulley work and just boost HP to get the better performance??
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Originally Posted by Accomplice8
Good thought but I'm concerned about voiding the warranty. Lighter wheels can have a positive impact on performance without increased stress on the engine or warranty issues.
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I would personally NEVER EVER go with IForged. In my experience, the quality of the wheels aren't really there, and their customer service is worse. I know a VERY, VERY select few with IForged that came out pretty well. As a general company, I wouldn't trust them. Just my 2 cents
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Originally Posted by silversurfer
regardless of size? That seems like strange business dealings to me...I'm sure he's a good guy, but how can he do that?
By the way, if you find the OZ SL3, Kleemann TS6, or the Renntech wheels for your price range, I want your hook up
Oh, and to Genova, I just paid $6k for my new HRE wheels (20" 940R) and I got a certain % back due to my resale license and the wheel company I own. So I'm not sure what you're talking about. Show me a private party who bought a new set of HRE wheels at more than 20-25% back
By the way, if you find the OZ SL3, Kleemann TS6, or the Renntech wheels for your price range, I want your hook up
Oh, and to Genova, I just paid $6k for my new HRE wheels (20" 940R) and I got a certain % back due to my resale license and the wheel company I own. So I'm not sure what you're talking about. Show me a private party who bought a new set of HRE wheels at more than 20-25% back
Most resellers get 30% off while there are two shops (I think) that get 35% off.
Not everyones trying to rip everyone else off. :p
I agree with BenzoBoi, iForged just isn't in the game.
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Originally Posted by Kingman
Well it sounds like you're just of the older generation, and probably lack an understanding of todays car trends and styles, buy hey whatever floats your boat. STOCK SUCKS!!!!
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Originally Posted by mysticblu999
what do you guys think about iforged wheels?
P.S.
The wheel finish is high quality and very light weight. They are custom made in any size and width to my specs, that's part of the reason I went with it.
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Originally Posted by Rafal
And you are probably of the younger generation who blings everything, Mitsubishi and Benz alike...LOL
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From: Sydney, Australia
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Originally Posted by Kingman
Not quite bro! But I do know how to customize a ride with the my own style and class. Boo... Australia boy, come get some.
We have all seen how you guys butchered the Aussie-made Monaro and turned it into a very "tastefully done" Pontiac GTO. Beauty, mate! :
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Originally Posted by silversurfer
regardless of size? That seems like strange business dealings to me...I'm sure he's a good guy, but how can he do that?
By the way, if you find the OZ SL3, Kleemann TS6, or the Renntech wheels for your price range, I want your hook up
Oh, and to Genova, I just paid $6k for my new HRE wheels (20" 940R) and I got a certain % back due to my resale license and the wheel company I own. So I'm not sure what you're talking about. Show me a private party who bought a new set of HRE wheels at more than 20-25% back
By the way, if you find the OZ SL3, Kleemann TS6, or the Renntech wheels for your price range, I want your hook up
Oh, and to Genova, I just paid $6k for my new HRE wheels (20" 940R) and I got a certain % back due to my resale license and the wheel company I own. So I'm not sure what you're talking about. Show me a private party who bought a new set of HRE wheels at more than 20-25% back
